Shouldn't every classroom be captivating? Don't we want to captivate our students so that they want to learn, experiment, and engage in our classroom activities? This blog is dedicated to sharing innovative teaching ideas, new ways to use technology in the classroom, and creating students that are globally aware.

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I teach advanced students in grades K-5 at a small rural school in Texas. I have been teaching for almost 15 years and enjoy learning new techniques and strategies to help my students learn and have fun doing it. I enjoy writing and sharing ideas as well as spending time with my precious family.

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Wednesday, October 31, 2012

5 Instructional Shifts to Promote Deep Learning

5 Instructional Shifts to Promote Deep Learning
This article is a great explanation of where I think classrooms are headed. If you read it carefully and think about today's students, it just makes sense. Take some time to read this article and focus on your classroom. Could you start slowly and make one of these instructional shifts? I think you will be glad that you did!